Category: Film

  • Comic-Con: Scott Pilgrim vs. the World

    The panel for Scott Pilgrim vs. the World was entertaining, with a lot of the reason being the director himself, Edgar Wright. He called each cast member out on stage while forcing them to describe their feelings in one word — and had an obsession to ask the audience in attendance if they love chocolate.

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    After all the cast members at hand were situated, Wright informed the attendees that there’s two very special guests that he wanted to introduce — he then announced Simon Pegg and Nick Frost. They walked on stage with arms victoriously raised while the crowd erupted with uproarious cheers. Just before shaking hands with the director, Wright then informed the audience, “And they will not be in the movie . . . nor are they special guests.” Pegg and Frost acted disappointed and sad, pathetically walking backstage while the lights dimmed — with “Aww!” from the crowd in unison.

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    Edgar Wright then finally introduced the star of the film, Michael Cera — who came out in a crude Captain America costume; it was a way to tease cast member Chris Evans who couldn’t make it to the panel due to filming Captain America, and the fans ate it up.

    Asked of when he first heard of Scott Pilgrim, Edgar Wright answered that he first caught wind of the comic in 2004 when it came out and instantly fell in love with it. He got in talks with the creator Bryan Lee O’Malley (who participated in the panel) and began work to bring a film adaptation of the comic into fruition.

    Wright then went into detail about the fight scenes being approached as video game levels; and that the actors were trained by the likes of accomplished stuntmen — one namely being Brad Allen.

    Michael Cera talked about a kiss scene and how he was worried about it — since it was a kiss with another guy — so Edgar Wright did the sensible thing and took him aside and casually kissed him on the lips and said, “See? That isn’t so bad!” Wright then cut in, jokingly adding, “I bet Stallone didn’t kiss any of his cast members!”

    At the end of the panel Edgar Wright informed us that the film is shot in 2D and that tickets will be at regular price; the audience cheered; then he excitedly said, “So see it twice!” which garnered louder cheers. The panel came to a close when Wright announced that those in attendance who have a 1-Up button will get to see a screening with him and the cast.[/fusion_builder_column][/fusion_builder_row][/fusion_builder_container]

  • Thor and Captain America Concept Art Pieces

    Recently Marvel released concept art pieces for Thor and Captain America. They’ll be available at Comic-Con as mini-one-sheets. Obviously this means I’ll be getting them. What? Don’t look at me like that — just look at them!

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  • Dwayne Johnson Returns to Action in Faster

    Finally breaking free from family movies, Dwayne Johnson is making a return to action films in the movie Faster which will open in theaters on Thanksgiving.

    Dwayne Johnson will play the part of an ex-con who is out to avenge his brother’s death, while being chased by a character portrayed by Billy Bob Thornton.

    Frankly, I’m pretty excited to see Faster when it’s released. Dwayne Johnson has a natural charisma that draws in audiences.

  • M. Night Shyamalan Snaps at Reporter

    In a press conference in Mexico City, a reporter asked M. Night Shyamalan if choosing a commercial project (The Last Airbender) was a way to restore faith with the audience who believe his work has regressed  throughout the years — his summarized response was, “I think if I thought like you I’d kill myself”.

    M. Night Shyamalan completely deflected a valid question from a reporter and went on the defensive. He seems to become delusional that his work has only improved; that general opinion and criticisms are something to scoff at. Shyamalan really should take others’ opinions into account — especially since his latest project, Devil, was met with jeers from audiences during the trailer. His ego is going to end up hurting his career if he doesn’t snap out of it and realize he isn’t the visionary he alludes himself to be.

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  • Ghost Rider Sequel

    Despite the failure that the Ghost Rider film was, Nicolas Cage will be reprising the title role. Directing the new movie will be Crank directors Brian Taylor and Mark Neveldine. The screenplay will be based on an old draft written by David Goyer.

    Film rights to Ghost Rider would have went back to Marvel if Sony didn’t put a movie into production by November 14th, so of course they pushed forward.

    As big of a fan Nicolas Cage professes to be, he simply isn’t right for the role. He doesn’t seem capable of portraying the character’s inner struggles, as evident in the prior film.

    The first Ghost Rider movie also suffered from the fight scenes. There were no emotional weight behind any of the fights. Nor was there any real sense of endangerment for Ghost Rider. It merely felt like scenes to segue into the next. The villains were ineffectual and didn’t impose a real threat.

    If there’s going to be any chance of success, they need to stick to the horror elements that they nearly ignored in the first film. They tried to make it a dark action movie, which ultimately hurt the flick. It should have been filmed in a similar vein to Blade, but with the horror ramped up. Shying away from the violence made the film feel cartoon-like — Ghost Rider is a violent, horror comic book; the feel of the comic should be used for the movies.

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    [UPDATE on Ghost Rider Sequel][/fusion_builder_column][/fusion_builder_row][/fusion_builder_container]

  • Disney’s Gargoyles Project

    Disney is acquiring Zoe Green to pen the story on a gargoyles feature that will be produced by Lauren Shuler Donner and Jack Leslie. One of the only concrete details on the project is that it’ll be set during the modern times.

    The impression the news gives off is that it’ll be an original story — which is odd to many people since Disney has produced the cartoon Gargoyles in the 90s. It’s a well-made show that would translate smoothly on the big screen. There’s a chance that it is the case, and if so, I’ll be stoked for it.

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  • Kevin Bacon Offered Role in X-Men Film

    The cast for director Matthew Vaughn’s X-Men: First Class has been taking form; James McAvoy as Professor Xavier, Michael Fassbender as Magneto, Nicholas Hoult as Beast, Lucas Till as Havoc, Alice Eve as Emma Frost, and Caleb Landry Jones as Banshee.

    Recently the production is in negotiation with Kevin Bacon for an antagonist role in the film. At this time it’s unknown what exact character he’ll be portraying.

    I gotta admit that I didn’t expect Kevin Bacon being involved in an X-Men film. Thinking about it, he could possibly make a good Mister Sinister. It’s a character that hasn’t been used yet in the prior films and has the potential to help carry the film.

    Mister Sinister’s powers originally derive from genetic alterations by Apocalypse, but Apocalypse doesn’t have to be touched upon in the film. The fact that Mister Sinister is an ages old scientific genius, and uses genetics to procure more powers is enough to allude to. His obsession with Cyclops would also bring Cyclops to the forefront — something the trilogy failed to do.

    It’s speculation on my part, but Kevin Bacon would depict a creepy Mister Sinister on screen. And let’s face it: the films need a more threatening antagonist. This would be an excellent fit.

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  • 23rd James Bond Movie Axed

    The new James Bond film that was to be directed by Sam Mendes, with Daniel Craig reprising his role as the titled character, has been officially shut down.

    Co-funding the film, MGM has found itself under immense debt which has hindered the movie from moving forward. Unfortunately, a production crew were already putting in hours to put it together when it ultimately got the axe.

    There’s still a possibility that filming will resume; with Spyglass Entertainment in talks, and also Summit Entertainment. Production company EON intends to keep the Bond franchise alive. There’s optimism that Bond will eventually be back on track.

    When there’s a suitable replacement, hopefully Daniel Craig will still have the role. It would be a shame to recast the part. He’s made a good James Bond in the last two films.

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